Weekend Picks - June 17, 2010

Published: 2010.06.17 08:44 AM

Lei Chic’s guide to the weekend’s best events.

Sale Into Summer What: Get ready for some serious shopping! Fashionista’s Market presents Summer Shop, where they’ll bring out racks filled with fabulous finds in clothing and accessories, plus sale items and merchandise previews. Stick around for cocktails and dancing. The first 15 ladies to spend $100 or more will receive two free tickets to The Ultimate Girls Night Out, where they’ll be treated to a screening of Twilight Saga: Eclipse on July 3. When: Thursday, 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., then dancing ‘til 2 a.m.Where: Pearl Ultralounge, Ala Moana Center Details: For more info, click here

-----SPONSORED LISTING-----Kapalua Wine & Food Festival What: Mingle with world-renowned winemakers, master sommeliers, celebrated chefs and industry insiders for a long weekend of culinary excitement at the Kapalua Wine & Food Festival. A taste of what’s to come: daily culinary exhibitions and secrets from renowned chefs, interactive wine tastings and tours, and evening galas under the stars. The exceptional cuisine, unique wines and breathtaking location make this the most prestigious festival of its kind in Hawai‘i. When: June 24 to 27, 2010 Where: Kapalua Resort, Maui Details: 4-day event pass includes all seminars, tastings, and culinary events. Single event tickets also available a la carte. Kama‘aina pricing ends June 18, so call 808.665.9160 today or click here. ------------

Slow Down What: Slow Art Fridays go back to the roots of what First Fridays were all about—the art. Casually stroll through The Arts District while enjoying the company of artists, organic food, wine and live music. When: Friday, 6 to 8 p.m. Where: Pauahi Street at Nu‘uanu Ave., next to Marks Garage Details: Bike valet available. For more info, call 808.521.2903 or e-mail rich@artsatmarks.com

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Lei Chic is an email and shopping blog that plugs you into Hawai‘i’s newest and hottest boutiques, designers, trends, spas and salons, and more. You’ll also discover all the cool events, dinners and sales happening around town in our Weekend Picks every Thursday. With Lei Chic, you’ll get the inside scoop on what everyone will be talking about tomorrow—in your inbox today.

Lei Chic Editor Natalie Schack has been a cultural anthropology student, museum worker bee and dabbler in graphic design. When she isn’t scouting new fashion, compiling to-do lists or crafting puns, Natalie spends her free time dreaming up elaborate picnic ideas; “researching” via YouTube tutorials, blogs and Instagram; and dusting off her pith helmet for the next adventure life throws her way.